RICHARD "DICK" J. NASH

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Posted May. 2, 2013 at 8:32 AM

Posted May. 2, 2013 at 8:32 AM

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August 12, 1926 - April 30, 2013

Warwick, NY

Richard J. "Dick" Nash of Warwick, NY, entered into rest on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at home. He was 86. The son of the late Dr. Willard Nash and Genevieve Jennings Nash, he was born on August 12, 1926 in Souchou, China.

He was a World War II and Korean Navy Veteran where he served as a Pharmacist Mate.

He was a car enthusiast and had many other hobbies.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Maria Butenkoff Nash; two daughters, Cathy Rudy and husband, Gary; Diane DeFreest and husband, Daryl; three grandchildren: Katie Rudy and fiance, Pete Tomczak, Danielle De Freest and Matt Marvullo, and David DeFreest. He also leaves behind many dear friends. He was predeceased by his grandson, Richard Jacob Rudy and his brother, Wilson Nash.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 4th from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the T.S. Purta Funeral Home, 22 Glenmere Ave., Florida, NY 10921. The Warwick American Legion will conduct services at 12 noon. Funeral Services will be held 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 4th at the funeral home. Burial will be held privately.